Regarding Torx, I don't get the fascination with them. You gain no advantage over Phillips. Now you have to carry a few extra Torx and the proper wrench.

Sounds like someone who has never used Torx on a regular basis. Phillips screws are also referred to as "self-stripping", because as they age the heads *will* strip. The tapered tool guarantees it. There have been at least a dozen different "Phillips" screw bit designs that try to solve this problem, but so far the best solution has been to remove them and switch to a properly designed fastener. Torx or Robertson for me, thanks.

Recognizing that my website is somewhat scattered with the info needed to attach the wingtips with hinges, I created a step-by-step document with the whole process, including parts needed. It is accessible here:

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